Car Accident (Volume 1)

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Car Accident Basics and Your Responsibilities

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Despite everyone’s best intentions and best efforts, accidents can and do still happen. When a car accident happens, we need to be prepared for the situation. There are basic things to know to do and to avoid doing so that missteps lead to further problems.

5,000,000+ car accident per year in the USA

In the USA, there are over five million car accidents per year. Of these, over 35,000 result in fatalities. There are on average 80 traffic fatalities per day in the USA. Given these statistics, it is a good idea for drivers and pedestrians to be familiar with common car accident procedures.

There are at least five types of car accidents

There are five most common car accident types. These are rear-end collision, side-impact, hydroplaning, hitting a parked car, and striking an animal. The first three types are “in-traffic” and involve two or more vehicles. Traffic accidents could involve many vehicles.

Defensive driving required to avoid accidents

Avoiding an accident is better than correcting a situation. There are several ways to help people avoid accidents. Drivers should use caution. You may want to consider a defensive driving course. Defensive driving courses are offered in many places. Some localities even offer insurance discounts for drivers who have taken the course.

Keep both hands on the wheel

When driving, do not talk on the phone, eat, or apply make-up. Drivers should keep both hands on the wheel at all times. Your hands should be at the 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock positions. This gives you maximum flexibility and control to turn the wheel in either direction. Do not cross your hands when you are turning the wheel.

Vision and Visibility should be perfect

Keep your eyes moving and checking mirrors and windows. Do not get stuck fixating on one point. Keep looking for developing hazards in many directions. Make yourself visible by using headlights and turn-signals. Contrary to popular belief, headlights are meant to make you visible to others as much as helping you to see. Be careful of being in another driver’s blind spots. Safely move to another position to make sure drivers around you can see you.

Speed and distance should be maintained with prudence

Match your speed to the traffic flow around you as well as weather conditions. Drive neither too fast nor too slow. Keep a two-second distance minimum between yourself and the car in front of you. At intersections, make sure your way is clear to both enter and exit the intersection before proceeding into it.

Wear seat belts for safety

Drivers and passengers should wear seat belts. In fact, many places have laws that are strictly enforced on this issue. Children should be in safety-approved car seats if they are too small for the standard seat belt. Having children belted-in is as much for their safety as well as avoiding distracting the driver, if the child wanders loose around the inside of the vehicle.

Steps to be taken in case of an accident

If you are involved in an accident, check everyone involved for injuries. Call emergency help if needed. Contact the police and your insurance company from the scene of the accident. Exchange information with the other drivers and witnesses. Make a note of the vehicles and license plate numbers. Make sure your insurance coverage information is in the vehicle so that it is easy to refer to. Be careful of what you say and do not admit fault.

Keep the documents of evidences and reports

Be sure to get copies of the police report. Check it carefully for any mistakes. Inform the police, your insurance company, and your lawyer of any mistakes or discrepancies. By following these steps, you can avoid an accident as much as possible. Then, if an accident happens, you can manage and navigate the situation successfully.

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Car accidents will surely happen. So, we need to be prepared.

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Why You Need an Attorney for Your Car Accident

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We have all heard many jokes about lawyers, especially lawyers involving injury cases. People often deride the overly litigious nature of our society. However, when you are faced with the aftermath of an accident, you may find that an attorney is your best ally. Here are some things to consider in deciding if you need an attorney.

Lawyers are experienced in litigation and claims

Lawyers are experienced in litigation and claims handling. They will be able to advise you of expected outcomes and chances of success if you proceed with your case. They also know about the strategies and tactics of the opposing side and insurance companies. So, they are prepared and can prepare you for the realities of the case.

A car accident attorney knows the legal terms and conditions

Cases involving injury and claims require a lot of paperwork. There are confusing, specialized vocabularies as well as endless forms. An attorney will know the shortcuts and has the staff to help get through the mountains of paperwork, record requests, and communication with all the parties.

He should also have investigative resources

Often, cases need investigation. A lawyer will have contacts or possibly their in-house investigative team to carry out professional investigations that will yield useful evidence in support of your case. Investigators have specialized skill sets to assist with your particular kind of case.

An attorney can make the claim ideal

You might be too close to the situation. Emotions can run high which blinds you to rational, level-headed thinking. An attorney can be a voice of reason to help steer things in a constructive direction untainted by emotion.

They might seek alternative ways of solution

A trial may not be the best pathway to resolution. Attorneys will know of alternatives such as mediation or arbitration. They have the contacts to help make these arrangements and can advise when these methods are appropriate.

An experienced and reputed lawyer is more likely to win the race

If your case is serious enough that you are considering an attorney, you can believe the other side is considering this as well. Whether there is another party to the case or just an insurance company, your attorney will be familiar with the avenues and tactics of both. They will not be tricked by their tactics. In addition, they can call in experts in other areas of the law if needed.

Negotiation is the best settlement

Sometimes the best way to a resolution is a negotiated settlement. Your attorney will be able to help arrange this if appropriate. People who have legal representation typically receive higher settlement amounts while preserving their rights.

Good presentation in the court increases the chances of win

If your case proceeds to a trial, having an attorney is your best way to success. An attorney knows the laws, courtroom procedures, and how to talk to a jury. Although you can represent yourself, your best result will come from having a professional in this situation be the pilot for your case.

Contingency fees agreement is safe for the victim

Like everyone, attorneys have fees for their services. Fortunately, most attorneys will work on contingency. This means that they will not collect their fee from you until you win your case. Often if they are not successful, then you will owe nothing.

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Back and Neck Pain from a Car Accident

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Back and neck injuries can be a difficult problem to solve resulting from a car accident. There are a number of suggestions for treatment, and sometimes legal assistance will be needed. Injuries such as these are often not apparent immediately at the accident scene. Due to adrenaline and excitement at the accident scene, these problems can surface hours to days later. Generally, people who receive injuries of this type will recover over several months. Here are a number of steps to address these problems.

At first, rest is recommended

Immediately after the injury, rest is recommended. This is particularly true in the first twenty-four hours after the injury. However, after the first day, prolonged rest can do more harm than good. Too much rest can delay recovery.

Apply heat and cold

Apply a pack of heat or cold to the affected area. This should be applied for up to fifteen minutes for up to six times per day. A cold pack can be made from using a bag of frozen peas wrapped in a light cloth so that the bag does not directly contact the skin. For a hot pack, try a hot water bottle.

Try some over the counter pain relievers

Try using over the counter pain relief products containing ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Follow the directions on these products for the proper frequency and dosage. These may help reduce the pain from these injuries.

Perform light neck exercises

After talking to your medical care specialist for advice, you should try some basic neck muscle strengthening exercises. These exercises may include the following kinds of motions: rotating your neck in both directions, move and tilting your head side to side, bend your neck toward your chest, and rolling your shoulders. These exercises could be done to strengthen your muscles pre-injury as a preventative measure.

Wide foam collar limited use is effective

A wide foam collar was once the staple of neck injury treatment. However, more recent research shows that a foam collar can lead to delayed full recovery. The collar means your muscles do not get used as much and, therefore, they do not get exercised, healed, and strengthened. Current medical practice advises people only to use a collar, if needed, during the first week of recovery. Further, people should limit their use of the collar to three hours per day. The one exception to this is wearing a collar while sleeping if it helps you sleep.

Massage can be helpful

Regular massage during recovery can be helpful. The massage should focus on kneading the muscles of the neck and upper back. Be sure to advise the massage practitioner of your health and injuries before your massage begins. Inappropriately done, massage could lead to more pain and further injury.

Acupuncture punctures pain

Many have had good results from acupuncture. In acupuncture, thin needles are inserted into the skin to lead to less pain and promote healing. Often the acupuncture professional will have knowledge of other areas of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and might recommend complementary treatments of herbs.

Chiropractic treatment may help

Chiropractic services are manipulation of joints and muscles. Be sure to advise the chiropractor of your injuries and health before beginning treatment. Evidence suggests that the maximum benefit from chiropractic treatment is achieved when it is paired with light exercises and physical therapy.

Prescription drugs can help control pain

People with severe pain may benefit from the short term use of pain relievers or muscle relaxants. These may be administered as a pill or possibly an injection. These might be used to help you sleep better so that your sleep is restful and healing. Another purpose is to allow you to complete your exercises or physical therapy without undue pain.

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Back and neck injuries and pain can come from car accidents.

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p<>{color:#000;}. Rest is recommended in the first twenty-four hours.

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Preserving Your Car Accident Claim

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A car accident is a serious and complicated situation. There are damages to property, vehicles, and the health and welfare of people. Insurance companies are also involved usually from all parties. If you are involved in an accident, you need to take steps to preserve your rights.

Preserve the Evidence

Take steps to get and preserve the evidence of the situation. Take pictures of the vehicles. Contact the police. Get contact information of any witnesses. Make sure to get copies of the police reports and evidence they have of the situation. Keep records of any treatment you receive in connection with the accident.

Get Needed Medical Treatment

It is important to get any treatment needed which is connected with the accident. The treatment should be attended to promptly. Delaying or putting off treatment will be used against you. In the settlement process, getting treatment slowly will be taken as an indication that the injuries were not critical.

Follow the Doctor’s Treatment Orders

When we go for treatment in any normal situation, we might not follow the doctor’s instructions completely. Situations at work and with family might lead us to choose something over the proper care. However, in this situation, when you are making a claim for an injury, it is imperative that you follow the doctor’s orders.

Tell Your Lawyer about Past Accidents

If you have had any past traffic accidents, be sure to tell your lawyer of this as soon as possible. Insurance companies may try to use past accident situations to claim that you have a condition that makes you predisposed to accidents. Your lawyer can defend against these claims in a forthright manner, but only if you reveal the situations from the beginning.

Signing a Blanket Release

Do not sign a release for the insurance companies to get you entire medical history. The insurance companies can then hunt through your records for any issue since your birth to construe as a pre-existing condition that predates the accident. It is strongly encouraged to speak with your lawyer before signing any release.

Do Not Misrepresent Your Injuries

Insurance companies are known to hire investigators to monitor and even video tape victim’s activities. This can be used to show that you, the victim, have exaggerated the seriousness of your injuries or the effects of your injuries. There is nothing legally to prevent this kind of surveillance. The investigator’s report and video can be used to destroy your credibility. Be honest about your true situation.

Do Not Make a Statement

Often, insurance companies will contact victims for a statement very soon after an accident. Do not make a statement to them. The insurance company’s goal is to get you to misspeak in a way that will damage your claim. [* It is strongly encouraged that you consult your lawyer before making any statement to an insurance company.*]

Avoid Social Media

Postings on social media become a matter of public record. Victim’s postings of photographs, comments, and details about their life will be used as evidence against the victim as the case progresses. These postings may directly be about the accident or just everyday life. [* Either way, you, the victim, should avoid providing information on social media which could be used against you in unforeseen ways.*]

Keep Your Employer Informed

After an accident, keep your employer informed of your situation and medical condition. Follow your employer’s instructions for protecting yourself in your job responsibilities. In other words, make sure your work environment or duties do not lead to further injury.

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Car accidents are serious situations, and you must take care to preserve your rights.

Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident

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Car accidents can be a serious and a problematic situation for the victim. Damage to self and property and the vehicle can cause a lot of trouble and tension. It is important to make sure that the victim gets prompt treatment without getting into financial troubles of medical expenses, car repairs and insurance. If you get into a car accident you should avoid doing certain mistakes.

Do Not Make Statements at the Car Accident Scene

All insurance companies would try avoiding making payments at such an event. The law states that any statement made by the victim can be used against him during legal proceedings. You should therefore be careful not to make any statement at the scene of the accident and should not post any pictures or videos on social sites.

Get Prompt Medical Treatment

It is important that the victim gets treatment that is connected with the accident. The treatment should be promptly attended. Getting proper medical treatment will help in knowing the medical condition suffered by the victim during the accident. Not seeking prompt medical attention will worsen the condition of the victim and the insurance company will use this against you saying that you were not severely injured. This can also reduce the value of the case.

Preserving the Evidence

Take enough steps to procure and preserve the evidence of the accident. Take pictures of the vehicle that met with the accident. Take contact information of any witnesses. Also make sure you collect copies of the police reports and all the evidence of the accident. Keep records of the treatment undergone in relation to the accident.

Be Consistent in Attending Treatment

You should never delay or postpone receiving medical treatment as this can work against you. Insurance companies will feel that the reason you put off the treatment was because you were not badly injured during the accident and will pay you less. During settlement process, seeking treatment slowly will be given a consideration that the injuries were not critical because getting well from a traumatic injury requires constant and consistent medical attention.

Be Truthful About Previous Injuries and Claims

The insurance company can make a claim that the accident was due to negligent driving. If the accident occurred due to previous injuries or medical conditions, it is important to mention this. Pre-existing conditions will not come in the way of your claim. Failure to mention past injuries and medical condition can diminish the strength of your case. This is more so if the part of the body injured in the current accident was the part with an existing medical condition.

Seek Legal Advice Promptly

Seeking legal advice from good and reputed lawyers is very important. Your lawyer can give you advice on what to say and how to deal with the situation and also tackle the claims made by the insurance company tactfully. Your lawyer will make sure that every damage that you incur is well accounted for and will help in making negotiations in medical fees thereby maximizing the money you can make out the case.

Do Not Post on Social Sites

Postings done on social sites like Facebook and Twitter can become public record. Do not post pictures, comments or videos on these social sites as they can be used against you. Even if the photos are not directly related to the accident, the insurance company may use this information and it can be used against you in unforeseen ways.

Inform Your Employer

After the accident, it is advisable to keep your employer informed about the current situation and the medical treatment that you are undergoing. Employer’s advice and instructions should be carefully followed as this can protect you in your responsibilities towards the job. Make sure that your work ambience will not cause any further injury or reduce the value of the case.

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Make sure you do not make mistakes that will cancel your claim for insurance.

Car Accidents can Cause Fibromyalgia

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Being a victim of a car accident can be very stressful. With damages to property, vehicle the tension faced to recover money from the insurance company can be stressful. Sometimes symptoms can take weeks to develop and this can weaken the strength of the case. Victims of car accidents have a high chance of developing Fibromyalgia. Many insurance companies will try to convince that the victim is exaggerating as to avoid payment.

Fibromyalgia, a Musculoskeletal Disorder

Fibromyalgia is a disorder where the patient suffers from chronic and immense fatigue, loss of memory, depression and restless leg syndrome. People with Fibromyalgia have increased sensitivity to pain. No tests can effectively confirm fibromyalgia and this makes it easier for the insurance company.

Fibromyalgia is Confused with Whiplash Associated Disorder

The symptoms of Fibromyalgia often mimic symptoms of Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD). In both these conditions, there are tender points in the neck and areas of the shoulder. People with WAD often get better with proper rest while this is not the case with Fibromyalgia patients. In Fibromyalgia, there are tender points all over the body and it is long lasting.

Fibromyalgia can be due to Car Accident

Studies have shown significant association between car accidents and fibromyalgia. A person involved in a car accident is thirteen times more likely to develop Fibromyalgia. It is important to start treatment for Fibromyalgia immediately. Make sure you contact a personal injury attorney to get compensated for the injuries sustained. Hire a lawyer who has relevant experience in this field.

Present Evidence for Fibromyalgia

Seek medical help and immediately start treatment if you are diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Collect evidence and all of doctor’s prescriptions as a proof. Insurance company can claim that pain felt is exaggeration and avoid making payment. Take the help of lawyers who are specialized in this area as they are better coped to deal with insurance company.

Misdiagnosis Can Be Costly

Fibromyalgia is often misdiagnosed for whiplash and this can take away a lot of time for treatment and lot of money can be spent on taking wrong medication and treatments. If this is the case, consider claiming for compensation as this is a great way to get back the money spent on wrong diagnosis and also make up for the pain experienced in delayed and wrong treatment.

Depression Occurs After Accident

The stress undergone by a victim of a car accident should be considered while claiming for compensation. Depression can set in if the accident caused a negative impact on the victim. Depression is also a symptom of Fibromyalgia which was caused by car accident.

Insurance Company Masking the situation

Insurance companies will claim that the pain, the victim is suffering is being exaggerated and will avoid payment. Hence it is important to promptly seek medical attention and start treatment for Fibromyalgia. The doctor can support the evidence and this can be presented in the legal proceedings. Collect enough evidence to prove that you are suffering from Fibromyalgia that was caused due to the car accident.

Fibromyalgia Compensation

The amount you can claim for fibromyalgia that was caused due to car accident may vary as it is likely to depend on various factors. However, you will be able to make a claim for the financial losses incurred as a result of the accident. The medical expenses incurred as a result of the treatment can also be reimbursed. The loss of pay due to the inability to perform the responsibilities of the job can also be recovered.

Seek Efficient Lawyer

If you are diagnosed with Fibromyalgia that was caused by a car accident, it is advisable to get the help of a lawyer who has previously settled claims in this field. This lawyer would be in a better position to present your claim to the insurance company.

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Car accidents can cause the victim to develop fibromyalgia.

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Expert Lawyers for Car and Vehicle Accidents in Fort Myers

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If you or your loved one is involved in an accident, it is quite possible that the amount that you will recover through claims made at insurance companies will not entirely cover for the losses incurred. In Fort Myers, there are expert lawyers who will be able to present your case in a way that can help you gain additional compensation. These lawyers also consult with medical experts who will support the evidence and will help in increasing the chances of filing a personal injury suit against a negligent driver.

PIP Insurance Will Compensate the Loss

Personal Insurance Protection (PIP) does not usually cover the medical expenses incurred after two weeks of the accident. PIP insurance only covers medical expenses incurred for emergency condition and within fourteen days. It is therefore important to seek prompt medical help and keep proof of the medical expenses incurred by you. The lawyers at Fort Myer will ensure that you gain adequate compensation for the injuries sustained.

Car Accident Lawsuit Requires the Medical Proof

Immediately seek medical help after an accident. Your doctor will evaluate your condition and will let you know if you are suffering from a condition that requires emergency treatment. Such a condition will enable you to fully reap the benefits of PIP. All scratches and bruises should be noted down and after this an experienced Fort Myer accident attorney should be contacted.

Claim PIP Benefits in Full Following the Advice of your Attorney

You will not be entitled to recover the entire amount of the PIP insurance unless your doctor issues an emergency medical condition. This can help in receiving the full amount. The experienced Fort Myer lawyers can help you in claiming the PIP money and will help you to enjoy its benefits.

Injuries Should Exceed the Limit

If you wish to go through the legal process, your lawyer will prove that the injuries you have sustained are exceeding the limit. Your attorney will consult with your doctor to present your case in court and present it in a way where your injuries will qualify for claiming money.

Collect Evidence of Negligence

If the injuries you sustained are above the threshold, your attorney will collect the evidence of negligent driving of the opponent. Based on this evidence, your attorney will create a case that shows how you incurred losses due to the negligent driving of the other party.

Negotiate Settlement

Both the parties involved in the accident may try to negotiate a settlement before the lawsuit is filed. The insurer will try to pay less and will deploy tactics. Your attorney will present the case in such a way that makes the insurer’s client responsible for the losses you suffered in the accident and pay the full compensation.

File the Claim with Strong Evidences in Favor

When negotiation between the parties fails, your attorney will file your claim with the court. Your attorney and your defendant’s lawyer will present their case in court and the court will decide about your right for extra compensation. Your chances of getting additional compensation will depend on how strong your case is and how it is being presented. Fort Myers attorneys have a lot of experience in this field and a higher success rate.

Injuries that are Entitled to Claim Full Compensation

The attorneys at Fort Myers have had experience with filing claims where the clients have suffered extensive injuries like brain damage, injuries of the spinal cord, organ damage and so on. The amount of compensation you are entitled to is mainly based on how bad the injury is, whether there is insurance limitation and how negligent the opponent’s driving was. Expenses incurred from medical treatments, loss of pay, pain endured, expenses for funeral and related expenses can be claimed.

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Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney Can Help you

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Having to deal with an accident where you or your loved one is involved can be very difficult. The least you can do is to file a case against the negligent driver who was responsible for the accident. The Personal Injury Law will see to it that you recover the money lost due to accident and you get compensated for the mental agony you have been through. Los Angeles personal attorneys are most experienced in this field.

Law Firms in Los Angeles that Handle Personal Injury Cases

There are a number of Law Firms in Los Angeles with a group of experienced lawyers who represent victims facing personal injury from accidents. The lawyers will ensure you get the best quality legal representation. These experienced Los Angeles attorneys representing the firms will fight to get good compensation for your injuries.

Accident Attorneys Excel in Tackling Car Accident Cases

If you are involved in a car accident, you should approach the personal injury attorney specialized in car accidents. These lawyers can tackle the insurance company and will strive towards getting the settlement you deserve. These lawyers would collect enough evidence, assess your medical records and collect information from witnesses and will present your case in the best possible way. They will make sure that you are compensated for the property damaged; medical expenses incurred; and will also make the negligent driver plead guilty.

Motorcycle Accident Victims Need an Expert’s Help to Claim Compensation

Those involved in motorcycle accidents are far more prone to succumb to fatal injuries. The victims of a motorcycle accident should seek the help of an attorney who has been dealing with motorcycle accidents for years. It is because only they can deal with the other driver’s insurance company. These insurance companies will put the blame on motorcyclist and refuse payment. The lawyer would right away start with the legal process and will pursue the litigation if there is an issue from the insurance firm.

Victims of Truck Accident Should Consult with an Experienced Attorney

A victim of truck accident should get prompt medical care and consult experienced lawyer so that legal claim can be evaluated properly and the rights of the victim can be protected. The victim can be compensated for the injuries sustained by presenting a legal claim against the negligent driver. The lawyer would prove the worth of your case and will identify many defendants.

Bicycle Accident Attorney is the Best for the Victims of Bicycle Accident

Bicycle accident attorney in Los Angeles will ensure that the rights and interests of the victim are protected. Your attorney can help in filing a lawsuit against the responsible party. All the possible areas of receiving compensation by the bicycle accident victim will be explored. A victim involved in a bicycle accident should not waste time in approaching a lawyer as the complexities involved in the accident can only be handled by experts and waste of time can be detrimental to the case.

Airplane and Helicopter Crashes Must Find a Suitable Aviation Attorney

Los Angeles Aviation Lawyers are the best choice for help with aviation accident claim for personal injury. The aviation injury would require lawyers to collect and assess the materials from the accident. There are different kinds of cases that are dealt with under aviation accidents like foreign carriers, failure of components, Airline negligence, design defects, errors of pilot and crew and so on.

Bus Accident Attorney for Victims of Bus Accident

Victims of a bus accident can suffer from injuries due to the negligent driving of the bus driver and a law suit can be filed against the owner of the bus and the insurance company. The bus accident attorney can make sure that they hold the bus company liable for the injuries sustained by the victim and will make the insurance company compensate for the injuries.

Pedestrian Lawyer Deals with Pedestrians Facing Accident

Pedestrians can suffer from fatal injuries if they get hit by vehicles. These victims will have to approach experienced lawyers who will make sure that the vehicle owner is held guilty and make them liable to provide compensation.

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p<>{color:#000;}. The accident lawyers in Los Angeles can represent victims of different accidents.

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p<>{color:#000;}. After an accident, the victim should consult an experienced lawyer.

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p<>{color:#000;}. A pedestrian lawyer will fight on behalf of pedestrian accident victims for compensation.

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Do’s and Don’ts by Personal Injury Lawyer at St George

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The injuries sustained from accidents can be painful and the mental agony from the accident can be even more painful. The experienced lawyers at St. George based in Utah can help you in going through the legal proceedings and ease the tension. With over thirty-five years of success in representing the accident victims, St George is the best choice to help you at every stage of personal injury case. However, there are some do’s and do nots this law firm advices the victims of accidents.

Make Sure Anyone is Injured in the Accident

A person involved in an accident should immediately call and report the incident at 911. Take the help of paramedics or use the ambulance if anyone has sustained injuries. The accident should be immediately reported to the police and request them to arrive at the place of accident. The injuries should be made known to the police as the injuries that are sustained can become serious in the coming days.

Make a Note of the Vehicle’s License Number

While waiting for the cops to arrive you should jot down the driver’s license number and check the insurance card. Make a note of the state of license issuance and the date of expiration. Also make a note of the policy number, contact number of the insurance company and the date from which it was in effect. Do not get into an argument with the other driver if he refuses to reveal the details. Just take pictures of the vehicle’s plate number and VIN number.

Talk with the Witnesses

Talk to any witnesses present at the scene of accident about what happened. Note down their address, name and telephone number. Never get into an argument with the witness if they say that it is your fault. Maintain a calm composure. Witness may recollect you having a bad temperament and the evidence from a witness cannot be used in legal proceedings.

Never Admit Your Fault

While talking to the police or anyone at the accident scene, you should never admit that the accident was a result of your negligence or fault. While describing the events of the accident, make sure you do not add your opinion. Ask the police officer whether a written complaint has been made and by when the report will be available. Note down the report number or ask for an accident report card. You can mention your injuries as a written compliant only when injuries are reported.

Take Photographs of the Damages to the Vehicle and to Self

The damages sustained to the vehicle in an accident should be photographed as evidence. Photographs of injuries sustained during the accident should also be taken. This will be evidence and can be used against the insurance company at the time of presenting claim.

Report the Accident to the Insurance Firm

Do not immediately call your insurance company. Carefully go through the events of the accident before informing. Also consult an experienced attorney who can give you advice, help you with the legal proceedings and can help with receiving compensation.

Let Your Attorney Report the Accident

Seek the help of a renowned and experienced attorney and let your attorney report the accident to the other driver’s insurance company and your insurance company. They will know how to report the accident in your benefit. Anything you report to the insurance company can be used against you, so it is best that your attorney does this on your behalf.

Document All Medical Records as Evidence

It is advisable that all the prescription and bills required for treatment for the accident be reserved. These documents act as a proof of evidence. Insurance company will avoid payment stating that the injuries does not require compensation. Use this as a proof against the insurance company.

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Steps to Be Taken After an Accident

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Being involved in a car accident can leave you tensed and helpless. It is very important that you know the steps that needs to be taken after getting involved in an accident. This can make the situation a lot easier to handle and would make the event less stressful. Here is a guide to what needs to be done after an accident.

Stay Safe After the Accident

After getting involved in an accident, it is quite possible that you would have sustained some injuries. Even if you have not, you should move your car to a safe place to avoid and prevent any further damage, like parking the vehicle in the shoulder of the road. You should at the same time make sure that you are not too far from the accident scene. If you are not in a position to move the car you should warn the oncoming traffic about the hazardous state.

Try to Get Out of the Vehicle

After the accident, you should make sure that your vehicle is no longer moving and also turn off the engine. Try to park the vehicle in a safe area not far from the scene of the accident. Relax and compose yourself and do not get stressed out. Before getting out of the vehicle you should make sure that it is safe to get out of the vehicle. Make use of safety road features that are available.

Check if Everyone is Safe

Make sure if there are others also who got injured during the accident. Check on other passengers and pedestrians to see if they got injured in the accident. After this you should immediately call the 911. Seek medical help immediately. Even if there is no injury it is quite possible that the symptoms will develop later because of the accident.

Report the Accident to the Police

Even if the accident is a minor one, you should immediately inform the police and report the accident.This is important because it will otherwise diminish the value of your case during legal proceedings with the insurance company. Report the course of the event and make sure that a written report is being made and do not forget to collect the report number. Never admit that it as your fault, not even partially. It is for the police to assess the accident.

Collect Information

After the accident and while you are waiting for the police to arrive, you should collect information of the other driver’s license number, insurance policy number, the state of issuance and the vehicle’s VIN number. The model of the car should also be noted down. This can be helpful while filing a lawsuit. If the driver refuses to exchange the information, then do not get into an argument. It is enough that you note down the license plate number and the vehicles VIN number or just take picture if you do not have time to write it down.

Witness as an Evidence

In the event of an accident, you should collect as much evidence as possible. If there are any witnesses present at the time of the accident you should collect information from them and ask them how the accident happened. Make sure that you do not get into an argument with the witnesses. A witness’s information is crucial during legal proceedings and an angry witness could go against you.

Document The Evidence

Take as many photos of the accident scene and the condition and scratches of the vehicle. Photographs of the injuries sustained should also be documented. This can be helpful while filing a law suit. The receipts of the medical treatment should be preserved as the insurance company will try to avoid payment stating that the injury was minor.

Seek the Help of an Attorney

After an accident, you should immediately seek the help of an experienced lawyer and he will give you advice on how to proceed. Your attorney will present your case in a way that you receive maximum compensation and will be in a better position to deal with the insurance company.

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p<>{color:#000;}. Make sure you move to a safe place after the accident.

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p<>{color:#000;}. Collect the vehicle number and VIN number of the other driver.